Headteacher
Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School
Leeds
- Expired
- Salary:
- L29 £76,814 to L35 £88,102
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2017
- Apply by:
- 1 March 2017
Job overview
Cardinal Heenan is an ambitious, successful and oversubscribed Catholic school in North Leeds. The school provides a positive, safe and welcoming learning environment for confident, happy and responsible young people who have high expectations for themselves and others, and who are excited by learning.
Following the current Headteacher’s decision to retire, the Governing Body offers an outstanding opportunity for a leader to ensure a strong Catholic ethos, committed to securing both excellent academic outcomes and to developing individuals to their full potential.
We require a Headteacher who is a practising Catholic, who can articulate a vision of success for the school and have a presence in the wider community. You will be an innovative, forward thinking educationalist ready to build on your successes. You will focus on high achievement for all and be committed to overcoming disadvantage, recognising talent and inspiring staff to take the school to outstanding. A natural and visible leader, you will have an inclusive approach to partnership working, at every level.
Closing Date: Wednesday 1 March 2017 12pm
Short Listing: Tuesday 7 March 2017
Interviews: 23/24 March 2017
Visits to the school will be warmly welcomed. Please contact Angela Fieldhouse on Tel: 0113 887 3240 for further information.
For a recruitment pack, please email educ.headteacher@leeds.gov.uk
Relocation expenses will be considered.
Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The post will be subject to Safer Recruitment procedures and an enhanced DBS check.
Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School, Tongue Lane, Leeds, LS6 4QE. Tel 0113 887 3240
NOR 903
About Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School
- Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School
- Tongue Lane, Meanwood, Leeds
- West Yorkshire
- LS6 4QE
- United Kingdom
Based in West Yorkshire, Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School is a mainstream secondary school for girls and boys aged between 11 and 16. It is a voluntary aided establishment. Its denomination is Roman Catholic. It is based in the town of Meanwood in Leeds. At present, there are currently approximately 918 students enrolled at the school.
Headteacher
Dominic Kelly
Values and Vision
Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School values religious studies. Children are encouraged to demonstrate their talents and develop new skills by following the rules of Christianity. Therefore, Religious Education is one of the most valued subjects at the school. Their aim is to respect others and make the world a better place to live in. Worshiping Christ is valued and pupils’ achievement is celebrated by all. Students should also be tolerant of people from all backgrounds of life.
Ofsted report
“Achievement is good in a wide range of subjects including English, mathematics, languages, geography and history. The proportion of students across all year groups making more than the progress expected of them is rising as a result of good teaching. The school’s work to keep children safe is outstanding. Students behave well and want to learn. They enjoy coming to school. The curriculum offers a rich range of experiences within and beyond the school day. The school is a harmonious community where students from different backgrounds get on well together, and are respectful of each other and of adults. Students’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is well promoted.”
View Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School’s latest Ofsted report
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